Meet Jean Claude Nzumbi Belinda, longtime bonobo caretaker at Lola ya Bonobo and a partner in creating Friends of Bonobos of the Congo since the very beginning. Caring for bonobos is his contribution to the future of his country. He speaks 6 languages and has worked all over Congo, including Virunga and Salonga national parks. Watch to find out how he got his nickname! Video by Leon Haberkorn for Friends of Bonobos Lola ya Bonobo is the only bonobo sanctuary and bonobo release site in the world. We save endangered bonobos and their rainforest home.
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